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Send us Fan Mail Join us for an engaging conversation as Rabbi Schwartz and Ben Kreshtool dive into the weekly Parsha. Whether you’re a seasoned learner or just beginning your journey, these discussions invite you to explore fresh insights and discover new meaning in the Torah—one week at a time.

Send us Fan Mail My Story: Dr. Steven Berlin in conversation with Dr. Ed Mishner.  For over thirty years, Dr. Steven Berlin, a specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology, has prioritized shared decision-making, empowering women of all ages to actively participate in their medical care and understand their options. He has delivered many babies in our community and has a long-standing connection to Bet...

Send us Fan Mail  Rabbi Steven Schwartz's Shabbat sermon at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (January 24, 2026)

Send us Fan Mail Bundle up and settle in for a frosty‑fun episode of Havdalah Happy Hour with Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck. This week, the crew leans all the way into cold‑weather vibes —from the anticipation of weekend snow to favorite childhood snow‑day memories. (Drop your snow predictions or favorite snow stories in the comments!) Naturally, the conversation drifts to...

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Send us Fan Mail "In case you missed it or want to share, here is Ritual Director Ben Kreshtool's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore." (January 16, 2026)January

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Havdalah Happy Hour — Beth El Podcast Network Settle in for another cozy, laughter‑filled Havdalah Happy Hour with Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck. This week’s conversation wanders through all the good stuff: journal updates, hopes for a little more peace and love in the world, and a handful of new recipe ideas to shake things up in the kitchen. The crew...

Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Abe Friedman's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (January 10, 2026)

Send us Fan Mail This week’s Havdalah Happy Hour brings together Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck for a delightfully nostalgic, winter‑cozy conversation you won’t want to miss. They dive straight into the golden age of 90s mall culture, complete with pay phones, food courts, and the joys of growing up before smartphones ruled the world. There’s a little collective sigh over R...

Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steve Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (January 3, 2026)

Send us Fan Mail "In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Abe Friedman's  sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore." (December 27, 2025)

Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Dana Saroken's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (December 20, 2025)

Send us Fan Mail This week on Havdalah Happy Hour, Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Emily Ellentuck are joined by special guest Sami Halle for a sweet and spirited conversation. The spotlight is on sufganyot as the group samples and rates an incredible spread—four bakeries, two dozen donuts, and plenty of opinions to go around. Listeners are invited to join the fun by sharing their favorite donut f...

Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steve Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.

Send us Fan Mail Havdalah Happy Hour – Beth El Podcast Network Join hosts Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Emily Ellentuck for a festive Havdalah Happy Hour brimming with holiday spirit. This week’s conversation celebrates all things Hanukkah, from favorite sufganyot flavors to the excitement of the first candle tomorrow night.  They also share laughs about the ups and downs of Black Friday shoppin...

Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it or watned to share, here is Rabbi Dana Saroken's Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation in Baltimore. (December 6, 2025)

Send us Fan Mail This week on Havdalah Happy Hour, Ben, Jill, and Emily pour a fresh round of conversation and dive into everything people have been buzzing about. We take time to reflect on Thanksgiving and the joy of family traditions, while also swapping stories about Black Friday shopping and the best deals of the season—listeners are invited to share their own finds. The conversation then tur...

Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it or wanted to share, here is Ben Kreshtool's Shabbat Sermon at Beth El Congregation in Baltimore. (November 29, 2025) 

Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re switching things up with a special Wednesday edition of Havdalah Happy Hour on the Beth El Podcast Network. As we get ready for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, join us for a fun conversation filled with laughter and a touch of Havdalah-style wisdom to carry into your long weekend.

Send us Fan Mail Join two of Beth El’s longest-serving leaders—Rabbi Steven Schwartz and Dr. Eyal Bor —whose combined tenure approaches a full century—for an evening filled with laughter, reflection, and treasured memories.  Tune in as they share captivating stories from Beth El’s past and present.

Send us Fan Mail "At the end of the day, we're all just looking for a place of belonging and a place that we can call home." In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Dana Saroken's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. 

Send us Fan Mail This week on Havdalah Happy Hour, Ben, Jill, and Emily pour a fresh round of conversation and dive into everything people have been buzzing about. We take a moment to reflect on a shift at Beth El as the hostage boards came down this week—sharing what the transition has meant for the community and for each of us personally. We also look back at the iconic (and questionable) wardro...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of Kvetch & Co. , our favorite moms return from their unforgettable trip to Israel and share all the stories from their time away.  Join us as they reflect on what it meant to be there, what surprised them, and how the experience is still resonating now that they’re home.

Send us Fan Mail Devotion, Faith and Commitment. In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Abe Friedman's sermon from this past Shabbat morning at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. 

Send us Fan Mail College campuses today offer clubs for just about every interest—dance, debate, improv, gaming, environmental action, and even some that sound so unusual you’re not entirely sure what they do. But sometimes, amid all the sign-ups and student activities fairs, something much deeper is happening beneath the surface. During her Friday evening Shabbat sermon, Rabbi Dana Saroken shares...